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• “Loneliness in Marriage” - Navigating Intimacy and Communication

  Summary In this engaging conversation, Calvin Rich sits down with Kendra Glasgow, an occupational therapy professional transitioning into entrepreneurship and relationship and intimacy coaching after her divorce. They explore Kendra's journey, the impact of family dynamics on relationships, and the lessons learned from loneliness in marriage. Kendra shares insights on intimacy issues and the shame surrounding them and offers practical advice for couples struggling with emotional connection. The discussion emphasizes the importance of communication and provides resources for couples to improve their relationships. Takeaways Kendra emphasizes the importance of sharing personal relationship problems. Family dynamics can significantly shape one's understanding of intimacy. Loneliness in a relationship can be more profound than being single. Shame often surrounds discussions about sex and intimacy. Women may lack encouragement to explore their sexuality. Men face pressure regarding performance and masculinity. Addressing intimacy issues requires normalizing the conversation. Couples should focus on progress rather than being right. Communication is a common issue in relationships. Kendra offers free resources to help couples improve communication. Chapters Kendra's First-Gen American Experience Lessons from Family Dynamics and Personal Experiences Loneliness in a Relationship Shame and Intimacy in Relationships Quotes "Feeling lonely in a relationship is way lonelier than feeling lonely when you're single." "There's a lot of shame when it comes to sex and intimacy." "Keeping your personal relationship problems private can be a problem sometimes." Kendra Glasgow, Relationship and Intimacy Coach Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kendra.glasgow/ Download - https://pages.kendraglasgowcollaborative.live/free-guide-1 About with Southern Soul Live Stream - Podshow Witty, thought-provoking, and uplifting, Southern Soul Livestream - Podshow is the program that you’ll invite friends over to watch every week, where you’ll learn about fascinating speakers and get to share in exciting experiences. Tune in each Thursday at 8 pm Eastern at SoulThursdays.com to connect with guests from across the generations and to laugh with our "cast of characters," hosts who are as charming as they are talented!   Support - Community Exploratory Journalism  Buy us  A Coffee!  Learn - Register for our free podcast workshop training Getting Start in Podcasting Workshop Shop - Southern Soul Official Merchandise  Buy  Official Merchandise Purchase Official Show Companion  SSL Companion & Journal   Register -  Join a Live Episode Show - “It’s a Whole Vibe!”  Click here to register.   Connect with us Website: www.SoulThursdays.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/soulthursdays/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soulthursdays/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/soulthursdays TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@soulthursdays

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• "The Loneliness Epidemic" - Mental Health and Relationship with Anita P. Stoudmire, M.S., LPC.

  Summary   Anita P. Stoudmire, M.S., LPC. is a mental health professional and creator of the Better Love Movement, discusses topics such as loneliness, relationships, attachment styles, and narcissistic personality disorder. She emphasizes the importance of holding space for others, developing healthy friendships, and avoiding toxic individuals. Anita also addresses the impact of consumerism on mental health and the need for individuals to define their own success. She offers resources such as her YouTube channel and books to help women navigate relationships and make better choices.   Takeaways Loneliness is a prevalent issue, especially among young men, and is often caused by a lack of social skills and meaningful connections. Attachment styles, such as dismissive avoidant, can contribute to relationship difficulties and loneliness. Narcissistic personality disorder can be harmful to mental health, and it's important to recognize and avoid individuals with this disorder. Consumerism and the pressure to impress others can negatively impact mental health and lead to feelings of emptiness. It is crucial to define success and beauty on one's own terms and live within one's means. Developing healthy friendships and holding space for others can help combat loneliness and improve mental well-being.   Quotes "Men between the ages of 18 and 30 have the highest rate of loneliness." "Dismissive avoidant attachment style: lone wolves who interact with others solely to get their needs met." "Dating apps have become a playground for narcissistic and avoidant individuals." Chapters 00:00Introduction and Anita's Background 05:01Loneliness and Attachment Styles 09:39Narcissistic Personality Disorder in Relationships 14:07The Impact of Consumerism on Mental Health 19:27Defining Success and Beauty on Your Own Terms 24:29Developing Healthy Friendships and Holding Space for Others About with Southern Soul Live Stream - Podshow Witty, thought-provoking, and uplifting, Southern Soul Livestream - Podshow is the program that you’ll invite friends over to watch every week, where you’ll learn about fascinating speakers and get to share in exciting experiences. Tune in each Thursday at 8 pm eastern at SoulThursdays.com to connect with guests from across the generations and to laugh with our "cast of characters," hosts who are as charming as they are talented!   Support - Community Exploratory Journalism  Buy us  A Coffee!  Learn - Register for our free podcast workshop training Getting Start in Podcasting Workshop Shop - Southern Soul Official Merchandise  Buy  Official Merchandise Purchase Official Show Companion  SSL Companion & Journal   Register -  Join a Live Episode Show - “It’s a Whole Vibe!”  Click here to register.   #BecauseIhaveaBlackSon #BlackSon Connect with us Website: www.SoulThursdays.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/soulthursdays/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soulthursdays/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/soulthursdays TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@soulthursdays

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• K-12 Innovation -Redefining Education with Jennifer Cantor plus Anxiety and Depression in Gen Z with Katrina Leggins, LCSW

  Episode Summary This episode delves into redefining education through K-12 innovation with Jennifer Cantor, Principal and Co-Owner of Rivers Academy, an alternative school offering unique educational experiences. We discuss alternative education, its impact on mental health, and upcoming trends. Additionally, Katrina Leggins, LCSW, licensed clinical social worker and mental health advocate, shares insights on managing anxiety and depression for Gen Z. He also dispels misconceptions about the generation, emphasizing the importance of self-care and community support. Takeaways Alternative Education Models: Rivers Academy highlights the benefits of experiential learning, diverse cultures, and global adventures for student engagement and growth. Individualized Education: Custom approaches to education help students discover their passions and thrive academically and emotionally. Mental Health Impact: Innovative educational practices positively affect students' mental health and overall well-being. Role of Collaboration and Technology: These elements are crucial in modernizing educational practices. Community Support: Parents and communities play a vital role in supporting educational innovation through advocacy and volunteering. Gen Z Challenges: This generation faces significant mental health pressures from academic and career expectations, social media, and societal standards. Practical Mental Health Tips: Real self-care, setting boundaries, self-compassion, outdoor activities, meaningful connections, and mindful social media use are key to managing anxiety and depression. Misconceptions about Gen Z: Contrary to views of them being overly sensitive or lazy, Gen Z is business-driven, politically active, and well-informed. Support Strategies: Effective ways to support young people with mental health issues include listening, creating safe spaces, educating oneself, and involving mental health professionals. Resources: Katrina Leggins, LCSW  offers various tools and worksheets for teen girls and women on his website. Sound Bites "We got to experience real world experiences instead of just reading about it in textbooks." "It's really made a big impact when, you know, Julia came to us and, and eighth grade was like, Hey, I really want to look at an alternative." "I think we need to do it differently. I think there need to be options out there for kids." "Gen Z, they are stressed out. They are burnt out, they are overwhelmed." "Gen Z is a generation that literally grew up using social media and the internet." "Invest in real self-care. Setting boundaries. Practicing self-compassion. Going outdoors, exercising, moving your body. Cultivating meaningful connections." Chapters 00:00 Introduction: Redefining Education with K through 12 Innovation 03:17 Experiential Learning and Global Adventures 07:09 The Impact on Mental Health 10:25 The Journey of Rivers Academy 15:05 The Future of Education: Collaboration and Technology 21:41 Supporting Educational Innovation: The Role of Parents and Communities 28:40 Introduction and Background 29:38 Challenges Faced by Gen Z 30:39 Personal Journey to Becoming a Mental Health Advocate 32:59 Pivotal Moment in Career: Working with Adolescents and Gen Z 34:45 Common Issues Faced by Gen Z 36:39 Misconceptions about Gen Z 38:03 Practical Steps for Gen Z to Manage Anxiety and Depression 39:29 Resources and Tools for Teen Girls and Women 40:56 Advice for Parents and Educators 43:18 Q&A: Spreading Awareness in Public Schools 43:47 Q&A: Supporting Young People in Absentee Parenting Situations Speakers Jennifer Cantor https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-a-cantor-468270161/ Katrina Leggins, LCSW https://www.elevatementalwellnessllc.com/ About with Southern Soul Livestream - Live Episode Podcast Witty, thought-provoking, and uplifting, Soul Thursdays is the program that you’ll invite friends over to watch every week, where you’ll learn about fascinating speakers and get to share in exciting experiences.    Support - Community Exploratory Journalism -  Buy us  A Coffee!  Learn - Register Free Training - Getting Started in BIPOC Podcasting Workshop Shop - Southern Soul Official Merchandise - Buy  Official Merchandise Purchase - Official Show Companion - Soul Thursdays Journal   Register - Join a Live Episode Show - “It’s a Whole Vibe!”  Connect with SoulThursdays Website | Facebook  Instagram | Twitter | TikTok

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• Corporate Big Brother: Balancing AI and Humanity in the Workplace

  What impact is AI having on our workplaces? Calvin explores this question with two experts who share their insights on the implications of AI for employee privacy and workplace dynamics.   Yanika Daniels, an HR consultant from Atlanta with a background in engineering, talks about the importance of maintaining a human touch in tech-driven environments. She shares a personal case study involving AI in recruitment that inadvertently excluded diverse candidates, prompting a conversation on the need for AI tools to align with company values and diversity objectives.   Chiquita Hall-Jackson, an employment law attorney from Chicago, offers a legal viewpoint on AI usage in workplaces. Drawing from her experiences with workplace discrimination, Chiquita examines how AI can sometimes fail to capture complex human nuances, emphasizing the risks of over-reliance on technology for decisions that require deep human judgment.   Both experts emphasize the need for a balance between using AI to enhance efficiency and ensuring it meets ethical standards. They call for transparency in AI operations and continuous human monitoring to mitigate biases and protect employee rights.   Quotes “When we help organizations find great people, we use AI, but we also look at the outputs of AI and we go back and say, ‘What bias was introduced in this process? What can we do to then go back and look and make sure that this was actually the output that we wanted?’ And if it wasn’t, then we have to do a little bit more work, right? We can’t be lazy and dependent on AI. (20:09 | Yanika Daniels)  “We have to say, ‘Hey, here are the values that this organization has given us. We want a diverse pool, 90% people of color in our pool, whatever the goals might be.’ And so we have to then use it to find those great folks and make sure that it’s not something by itself that is kind of used as an excuse to just create this continuous system of bias in our recruitment efforts.” (20:34 | Yanika Daniels) “Keep in mind that it’s levels to this friendship game and you should separate who’s associate, who’s a co-worker, who’s a colleague, who’s my friend that I know if I need a shoulder to cry on, who's just a good time if I want to go out and have a drink on a Friday night, who can I call versus who can I confide in? Keep those things in mind in the workplace.” (01:04:01 | Chiquita Hall-Jackson)    Links Connect with Yanika Daniels https://www.danielssolutionsllc.com/our-team  LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/daniels-coaching-consulting   Connect with Chiquita Hall-Jackson https://chiquitahall-jackson.com/#contact LinkedIn: https://www.instagram.com/blowthewhistlelaw?igsh=d3RhNTA4bHpkam0w   About with Southern Soul Livestream - Live Episode Podcast   Witty, thought-provoking, and uplifting, Soul Thursdays is the program that you’ll invite friends over to watch every week, where you’ll learn about fascinating speakers and get to share in exciting experiences.    Support - Community Exploratory Journalism -  Buy us  A Coffee!  Learn - Register Free Training - Getting Started in BIPOC Podcasting Workshop Shop - Southern Soul Official Merchandise - Buy  Official Merchandise Purchase - Official Show Companion - Soul Thursdays Journal   Register - Join a Live Episode Show - “It’s a Whole Vibe!”    Connect with SoulThursdays Website | Facebook  Instagram | Twitter | TikTok   Podcast production and show notes provided by HiveCast.fm

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• Community Sovereignty - Black Cowboys, Freemasons, and Ministers

  What does the pursuit of Black sovereignty look like through the lens of history and community activism? Calvin sits down with Dr. Timothy Nelson about this concept. Dr. Nelson shares his journey from a tough upbringing in Compton to being inspired by Malcolm X's autobiography, leading him to academia where he studied Blackdom—an early 20th-century Black community that formed its own government and established a business in oil. He illustrates how Blackdom exemplifies Black sovereignty through municipal governance and economic independence.   The discussion covers the challenges of achieving true community sovereignty. Dr. Nelson highlights the essential role of education and collective understanding in advancing Black communities’ autonomy.   Later in the episode, community activist Curtis Pitts brings a practical perspective on activism. With decades of experience, Pitts explores how reclaiming and effectively utilizing community resources are crucial for development and local control.   This episode connects historical examples and contemporary challenges faced by Black communities striving for self-determination and economic independence, offering insights into the past and guidance for today's efforts in community sovereignty and empowerment.    Quotes “To be Black is to be political.” (06:51 | Dr. Timothy E. Nelson)  “If I’m talking to you and I’m telling you about Black people, it’s different than when I’m telling my dissertation chair about Black people. Because now, I’m trying to prove that Black people are human to my dissertation chair, who is white.” (15:43 | Dr. Timothy E. Nelson) “Sovereign is a state of mind. I heard that a sovereign requires agreement and understanding. I had to be sovereign. You have to invest. And once you get to the point where you have a sovereign mind, then you have to find a way to protect that sovereign mind. And remember that you still live in a place that is threatened by your sovereignty.” (22:49 | Calvin) “People don’t realize that black folks going to the projects was a forced migration. It was not a voluntary thing. They forced us into the project, they broke up our families,they sent us in there, and we developed this dependent mentality that was never us. We have to go back from being at the children’s table at the picnic and force our way back to the adults table. And the way we do that is we have to be able to say, ‘What we brought to the table allows us to eat the good food and the good news.’” (38:28 | Curtis Pitts)  “We have to create sovereignty by creating a hub of self-help and self-work. That does not mean we have to exclude anyone. Racism and Black nationalism is not a place where we have to use that as a means and a medium to destroy and move others by taking pride in our history and culture… It took them 70 years to separate us from our economics, our culture, our music, our faith, and our families, because they know with our churches and our families, they could never defeat us. We got married in slavery, even when they didn't know it.” (49:12 | Curtis Pitts)   Links Dr. Timothy E. Nelson: https://blackdomthesis.com/   Curtis Pitts https://curtispitts.us/services About with Southern Soul Livestream - Live Episode Podcast   Witty, thought-provoking, and uplifting, Soul Thursdays is the program that you’ll invite friends over to watch every week, where you’ll learn about fascinating speakers and get to share in exciting experiences.    Support - Community Exploratory Journalism -  Buy us  A Coffee!  Learn - Register Free Training - Getting Started in BIPOC Podcasting Workshop Shop - Southern Soul Official Merchandise - Buy  Official Merchandise Purchase - Official Show Companion - Soul Thursdays Journal   Register - Join a Live Episode Show - “It’s a Whole Vibe!”    Connect with SoulThursdays Website | Facebook  Instagram | Twitter | TikTok   Podcast production and show notes provided by HiveCast.fm

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